Former MP Anand Mohan gave a detailed response to the Bihar Assembly election results in a press conference at his residence in Gangjala, Saharsa on Monday. He spoke on important topics like the disappointing performance of the Grand Alliance, alleged differences in Lalu Prasad Yadav’s family and the increasing role of women voters in democracy.
Commenting on the alleged differences in RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav’s family, Anand Mohan said it is time for the leadership to intervene. Making serious allegations, he said that it is a common discussion that “external interference” has increased in the Lalu family.
Anand Mohan appealed directly to Lalu Prasad Yadav and said that Lalu Prasad is not only the protector of the party but is also a great protector of his family. Therefore, they should come forward and resolve the family disputes.” He clearly said that the poor electoral performance of the party is also being considered as a major reason for these family disputes, which should be resolved immediately.
Reasons for the defeat of the Grand Alliance: Lack of unity
After the Grand Alliance did not achieve the expected results, Anand Mohan blamed the lack of unity among the constituent parties for the defeat. He said that lack of coordination and unity among the Grand Alliance parties was clearly visible, which had a direct impact on the election results. He also attacked the opposition over allegations of “vote theft”. Anand Mohan alleged that a deliberate attempt was made to spread the allegation of vote theft to defame the opposition, whereas when the same EVM wins in states like West Bengal and Jharkhand, no one questions it and it is declared a mandate. He stressed that in a democracy, the public vote is supreme and all political parties should respect this mandate.
The role of women voters is unprecedented
Former MP Anand Mohan appreciated the role of women voters in this election. He praised him. a lot of. He said that the number of women voters in this election was unprecedented. Presenting the figures, he said that compared to the previous elections, this time about 46.5 lakh more women voted. He said that the voting percentage of men has increased by about 2 percent, but women have voted 5 percent more, which clearly shows their strength and awareness in the democratic process. He said that this growth is giving a new dimension to the political process. Finally, he suggested all political parties to respect public opinion and seriously reconsider the reasons for defeat and change their strategies.
